A DWI is often very embarrassing, traumatic and can result in very serious consequences. Driving while intoxicated (DWI) in New York is a criminal offense.
If you end up getting convicted, it will result in you having a criminal record, being fined, your license suspended, and quite often probation or jail time.
Attorney Ira Weissman, of Naiburg, Obedin and Weissman, is a dedicated and experienced criminal defense trial lawyer with extensive experience as a DWI litigator who provides aggressive criminal defense in Suffolk County Long Island. He has over 25 years of experience and has handled dozens of DWI cases and developed respect with judges and prosecutors.
What To Do If You Receive A DWI Charge in Suffolk County
Most likely you are wondering the following if you are facing a DWI charge:
- Wil I lose my driver’s license?
- What are my rights?
- Is it necessary to hire a DWI lawyer?
Call a knowledgeable and experienced DWI attorney to represent you. We provide every client with personal attention to ensure that they receive aggressive representation from an experienced criminal defense lawyer so that your case is resolved successfully and quickly.
What Constitutes Impairment?
When police in the state of New York believe your ability to drive was impaired, and it is found that you are under the influence of alcohol or illegal or prescription drugs, you can be charged with driving while impaired by drugs. That is why it is imperative that you have an experienced and dedicated criminal defense attorney to represent you.
Those are very serious charges with serious DWI penalties associated with them. In New York state, a DWI is the result of these blood alcohol contents (BACs):
- 0.04 BAC for commercial drivers
- 0.08 BAC for drivers 21 years and older
- 0.02 BAC for drivers under 21 years old
A Strong Criminal Defense Team in Suffolk County Will Help You Beat Your DWI Charges
It can be difficult to challenge a DWI arrest in the state of New York and requires an outstanding litigator in order to prove that there was an error made during your alcohol testing or arrest. Your DWI case will be thoroughly examined to make sure that your constitutional rights were not violated anywhere in the process. Attorney Ira Weissman is aware of all the steps that need to be taken in order to challenge your arrest and build a strong defense.
The following are some of the potential challenges:
- The validity of being stopped:
A potential error may be made when a police officer lacks probable cause for stopping you. - The qualifications of the individual who conducted the test:
The individual who conducted the test or operated the machine must be qualified or certified in accordance with state law. If there are any discrepancies that are discovered, the testing may be ruled to be invalid. - The accuracy of any of the evidence that is presented:
The arrest report will be thoroughly investigated by Mr. Weissman along with the data that is gathered, including blood work and breath tests. Labs often make errors that can affect that data that is collected.
Call Naiburg, Obedin, and Weissman For All Of Your Suffolk County, Long Island DWI Defense Needs
If you or a member of your family needs a DWI lawyer who is familiar with New York criminal law, give us a call today.
Our office is conveniently located in Central Islip, NY directly across from the Cohalan Court Complex.